Question 1

moved from the west to east coast, and my sinuses are reacting to the weather by having my face have dry skin and lips sting. what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Please see: Please see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options. This way you can get the best treatment.

Question 2

what to do if you have stinging, hot and dry lips, hands and feet?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Depends on problem.  See dermatologist to discuss options. This is probably due to eczema.

Question 3

how do i stop my bottom lip from peeling? i haven't been licking my lips and they are not stinging or hurting like they usually do when dry.

Accepted Answer

Use a good lip balm: Chap-sticks of various kinds and flavours are available and you will find frequent use of these will alleviate the condition.

Question 4

have burning stinging lips with no visible chapping, lumps or sores.  sometimes gets better then comes back.also some feeling of dry mouth. any clues?

Accepted Answer

Cold sores &amp; stress: Herpes simplex is divided into two types: hsv type 1 and hsv type 2. Both of these conditions can affect your mouth or your genitals, and can be spread via oral sex. There no cure for hsv infection and often stress is an aggravating factor. Cold sores generally clear up without treatment within 10-14 days.

Question 5

2yr old dry skin above lip and top lip irritated and or dry. regular cetaphyl atopic stings. is it ok to put vaseline? it's red, irritated. other?

Accepted Answer

Vaseline is fine: Vaseline can actually be a very good moisturizer. In young kids rashes around the mouth and lips can easily be caused by saliva, which can be very irritating and drying. I usually try to avoid steroids on young ones faces but occasionally for severe cases a weak steroid for a short time can work wonders. Talk to your pediatrician if it does not resolve on its own.

Question 6

my lips are dry, flaky and red especially my top lip and the area above it. the side of my lips sting when i open my mouth wide. will vaseline help?

Accepted Answer

Dry Mouth: Sure, anything that moisturizes your lips will help to prevent it from cracking. Mouthwash with alcohol can contribute to dry mouth. Drinking water will help with hydration. It is very common in winter.  Having a lip balm/ moisturizer handy will help.

Question 7

i'm having heart palpitations and can feel my heartbeat all over my body, my eyes are dry, stinging and producing lots of gunk,dry mouth,tired & weak?

Accepted Answer

See details: Then see your doctor and have the issues evaluated. There are several possible causes for your symptoms including connective tissue disorders.

Question 8

my eyes sting every time i cry. they don't feel dry or burn. rheum says i don't have sjogren's since i can still wear contacts & my mouth isn't dry. i have ss-a antibodies & pots. is eye stinging when crying a sjogren's symptom?

Accepted Answer

: Many different symptoms can occur in SJS.  And many other rheumatic diseases.  One symptom does not a diagnosis make. Unless it is a symptom found ONLY in that disease. There are very few single symptoms that by them selves are diagnostic of a specific disease. Work with your Rheumatologist as they are experts in you and Rheumatic diseases. Can also get an in person second opinion.

Question 9

can you tell me what you suggest if someone wants to get snake bites (on le lips) will it hurt/sting or swell meanwhile or afterwards?

Accepted Answer

It most likely would: Swell ; hurt. If the type of snake is known – call ahead to emergency room so that that they can be prepared (anti-venom). Both venomous ; non-venomous bites require wound care. Recommend tetanus booster if none in last 10 years (in some situations it may be given if no tetanus shot in &gt; 5 years). If you have had a serious venomous snake bite than life threatening conditions will be addressed 1st.

Question 10

my lips have been stinging and burning for a couple of days now. i just got out of winter season. they feel soft and look a little red. what is it?

Accepted Answer

Chapped or virus: Your lips may be chapped from the cold weather. Try any type of lip balm, or olive oil. You might also have a viral infection (cold sore) on the lip, and this should be seen by a doctor. Good luck.

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Moved from the west to east coast, and my sinuses are reacting to the weather by having my face have dry skin and lips sting. what do i do?

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What to do if you have stinging, hot and dry lips, hands and feet?

A member asked:

How do i stop my bottom lip from peeling? i haven't been licking my lips and they are not stinging or hurting like they usually do when dry.

A member asked:

Have burning stinging lips with no visible chapping, lumps or sores. sometimes gets better then comes back.also some feeling of dry mouth. any clues?

A member asked:

2yr old dry skin above lip and top lip irritated and or dry. regular cetaphyl atopic stings. is it ok to put vaseline? it's red, irritated. other?

A member asked:

My lips are dry, flaky and red especially my top lip and the area above it. the side of my lips sting when i open my mouth wide. will vaseline help?

A member asked:

I'm having heart palpitations and can feel my heartbeat all over my body, my eyes are dry, stinging and producing lots of gunk,dry mouth,tired & weak?

A member asked:

My eyes sting every time i cry. they don't feel dry or burn. rheum says i don't have sjogren's since i can still wear contacts & my mouth isn't dry. i have ss-a antibodies & pots. is eye stinging when crying a sjogren's symptom?

A member asked:

Can you tell me what you suggest if someone wants to get snake bites (on le lips) will it hurt/sting or swell meanwhile or afterwards?

A member asked:

My lips have been stinging and burning for a couple of days now. i just got out of winter season. they feel soft and look a little red. what is it?

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